Joints and Joint Movements

Front

Which of the following best describes extension?

Back

The straightening of a joint where the angle of movement increases

Front

Identify the joint action being performed. Options: Extension, Flexion, Abduction, Adduction

Back

Extension

Front

The lateral motion TOWARDS the midline is called ______.

Back

adduction

Front

Movement AWAY from the mid-line is called _____________.

Back

abduction

Front

Identify the joint action being performed.

Back

Circumduction

Front

What is the movement of Harry's ankles when he stands on his "tippy toes" to reach the cookie jar?

Back

Plantarflexion

Front

When Dustin Martin kicks a football, what is the movement of the knee joint in the back swing before kicking the ball?

Back

Flexion

Front

Which movement is shown in the picture?

Back

rotation

Front

Identify the joint action being performed.

Back

Adduction

Front

Movement away from the mid-line is called _____________.

Back

abduction